Senior Contracts / Procurement Manager

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Job Description:

Parsons is searching for an exceptionally experienced and highly skilled Senior Contracts / Procurement Manager to oversee complex contracting and commercial management activities for the iconic NEOM, The LINE mega-project in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Contract Strategy & Execution: Lead the development, negotiation, and execution of complex, high-value contracts (e.g., FIDIC, bespoke contracts) across all phases of the program, ensuring alignment with project goals and client requirements.

• Commercial Management: Act as the ultimate commercial lead, overseeing all financial aspects of contracts, including budget adherence, cost control integration, cash flow management, and adherence to corporate governance.

• Claims & Dispute Resolution: Proactively manage and administer the claims process, including preparation, analysis, negotiation, and defense of claims/counter-claims for time, cost, and scope changes.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for contractual matters with the Client, subcontractors, suppliers, and legal counsel, ensuring effective communication and resolution of issues.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Experience: A minimum of 20 years of progressive experience in Contracts Management, Commercial Management, or Quantity Surveying on large-scale, complex infrastructure, civil, or mega-construction projects.

  Education: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying (QS), Construction Management, or a related field. A Master's Degree or specialized certification (e.g., MRICS, CIArb) is highly desirable.

  Expertise: Deep, practical knowledge of various standard contract forms (especially FIDIC), contract law, and commercial practices within the construction industry, preferably in the Middle East.

  Skills: Exceptional negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills. Proven ability to manage and resolve major claims and disputes.

  Project Context: Direct experience working on international mega-projects with stringent regulatory and commercial requirements.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information

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